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Sow Seeds of Resilience for Sutton Community Farm
Wallington, England, United Kingdom
Aim: Help us become a financially resilient farm that grows organic food, nurtures community and champions climate solutions for years to come
Secure Sutton Community Farm's Future
Sutton Community Farm is London's only community-owned fruit and vegetable farm, cultivating both food and connection on our 7-acre site in South London for the past 15 years. We're passionate about growing fruit and veg in harmony with nature while fostering stronger, more vibrant communities.
We're launching this urgent crowdfunder to secure £50,000 to keep our vital work going after an unexpected funding setback. Your support will ensure we continue growing organic food, training future farmers, and building climate resilience in our local area.
Our Climate Action Impact
Last year alone, we produced 14 tonnes of organic fruit and veg and nourished over 650 households, while providing a welcoming space for more than 300 volunteers to connect with nature and each other.
Our work addresses climate challenges through three key approaches:
Prevention:
- Growing 40+ types of organic fruit and veg without chemicals, reducing ecological impact
- Building healthy soils that sequester carbon and enhance biodiversity
- Creating a short supply chain through our organic online farm shop that minimises food miles and carbon emissions
- Supporting the livelihoods of other organic farmers, strengthening climate-resilient food systems
Adaptation:
- Our nature-friendly growing practices enhance the land's ability to withstand extreme weather events
- Improved soil structure better absorbs heavy rainfall and retains moisture during drought periods
- Diverse crop varieties increase resilience against climate-related crop failures
Community Resilience:
- Training the next generation of climate-conscious growers and farmers
- Our community volunteering programme builds vital social networks of climate-aware citizens with practical skills
- Our local food system creates security against climate-related supply chain disruptions
- Ensuring food security knowledge remains within our community for decades to come
- Partnering with local food banks to ensure fresh food reaches those most in need
Through your support, we're not just feeding people today - we're cultivating a more resilient, climate-prepared community for tomorrow.
The Challenge We Face
We need your help urgently. We've just learned that the business investment loan we built our five-year plan around won't be coming through. This unexpected development requires immediate action to keep our farm on track toward sustainability.
The next six weeks are critical. By raising £50,000 through this crowdfunder, we can bridge this sudden funding gap and continue the momentum we've built in year one of our business plan, which has already seen expanded marketing efforts and a new website launching in September.
Did you know that the typical UK farm received 40% of its income through government subsidies last year? And how much did Sutton Community Farm receive? Zero. While asking our community for financial support isn't easy, we believe it's essential to build a viable community enterprise that can thrive independently. And we hope you agree!
Your Donation Creates Lasting Impact
Crowdfunding £50,000 will keep us on track with our five-year business plan, ensuring we grow toward sustainability without dependence on unpredictable grants and loans. By 2028 we aim to be a fully self-sustaining enterprise that generates reliable income while serving our community.
Your Contribution Will Fund:
- Uninterrupted production of organic fruits and vegetables during this critical growing season
- Vital community programmes and volunteer opportunities that promote wellbeing and community connection
- Protection of our nature-friendly farming practices that enhance climate resilience and fight climate change
- Implementation of specific business growth initiatives, including:
- A new website to strengthen our e-commerce operations
- Pilots of new products and services to diversify our income
- Expanded marketing to reach more customers in our community
With your support, we can bridge this sudden funding gap while continuing to build the foundation for a financially resilient farm that serves our community for years to come.
Join Our Community of Supporters
The path ahead presents challenges, but with your support, we can secure a thriving future for Sutton Community Farm.
How you can help:
- Make an immediate impact by donating today - every pound brings us closer to our £50,000 target
- Claim exciting rewards including exclusive farm-to-table feasts, seasonal organic veg boxes, hands-on growing workshops, and behind-the-scenes farm experiences
- Amplify our message by sharing our campaign across your networks - forward our crowdfunder link via WhatsApp or reshare our posts on Facebook and Instagram. Every share expands our reach and increases our chances of success during this critical six-week campaign.
By supporting our farm today, you're not just helping us overcome a temporary setback - you're investing in a climate-resilient future for our community.
Thank you for being part of our solution and sowing the seeds of resilience!
Aviva Community Fund has provided £26,059 of match funding
Aviva Employee Giving has provided £480 of match funding
This project successfully funded on 11th July 2025